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A RARE SILVER FIGURE OF BUDDHA AMITABHA, TIBET OR MONGOLIA, 18TH-19TH CENTURY
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2025年10月16日 开拍
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Expert's note: Previously, this unusually large and exceptionally fine silver figure was identified as depicting a lama or teacher, most likely because of the stylized crown somewhat resembling the mitre-style cap of a Panchen lama. However, there is more than ample evidence to support a different attribution, namely to the Buddha Amitabha, some more obvious than others. First of all, the pose and hand gestures are typical of this deity. More importantly, the ushnisha (visible from above, see fig. 1) and the urna are both characteristic features of the Buddha which are not found in lama sculptures. Furthermore, the back of the base is inscribed 'Om Mani Padme Hum', which can be seen as a further hint. While this mantra is commonly associated with Avalokiteshvara, it first appears in the Karandavyuha Sutra, where Shakyamuni Buddha states, “This is the most beneficial mantra. Even I made this aspiration to all the million Buddhas and subsequently received this teaching from Buddha Amitabha.” Of course, Amitabha is most commonly depicted in Tibet and Mongolia as the bodhisattva Amitayus, while his representation as one of the Five Dhyani Buddhas - as seen in the current lot - is quite rare.Finely cast seated in dhyanasana on a lotus base with his hands lowered in dhyana mudra, dressed in elaborately incised and chased monastic robes decorated with foliate scroll and key-fret. His serene face with downcast eyes, elegantly arched brows, a recessed circular urna, and bow-shaped lips forming a subtle smile, flanked by elongated earlobes. The head is surmounted by a tall crown obscuring the high ushnisha topped by a jewel finial. The base sealed with an oval plate incised with a double-vajra and pierced with a central aperture.Inscriptions: The back of the base is neatly incised with the mantra 'Om Mani Padme Hum'.Provenance: From a private collection in Belgium.Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and casting irregularities. Small nicks, light scratches and miniature warping. A fine, naturally grown, smooth patina and malachite encrustations.Weight: 1,484 gDimensions: Height 20.3 cmThe Buddha wears exceptionally detailed robes. The underrobe is knotted at the chest with a folded band, its edges finely incised with scrolling cloud motifs that continue across the back in angular segments divided by stylized shou symbols. Over the shoulders, two additional hems are decorated with a key-fret pattern, which reappears along the sleeves and U-shaped hems. This pattern encircles a blooming lotus flower positioned between the crossed legs. The arms are richly chased with scrolling vine patterns, which extend around to the reverse.Literature comparison:Compare three related Mongolian silver figures, dated to the 19th century, in the State Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg.Auction result comparison: Type: Related Auction: Bonhams New York, 13 September 2011, lot 1057 Price: USD 37,500 or approx. EUR 45,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing : A parcel-gilt silver, cast and repoussé figure of Padmasambhava, Tibet or Mongolia 18th century Expert remark: Compare the related modeling and manner of casting. Note the different base and size (48.3 cm).Auction result comparison: Type: Related Auction: Bonhams New York, 13 September 2011, lot 1086 Price: USD 20,000 or approx. EUR 24,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing : A silver figure of Rikshamukha, Mongolia, 19th century Expert remark: Compare the related size (22.8 cm), modeling, and manner of casting. Note the different subject.

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